Uganda - Business creation project

Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots

Revolutionizing construction with our innovative Eco-friendly building material. Mixing cement with agricultural waste reduces carbon emissions and lowers construction costs, creating sustainable and affordable solutions for the building industry.

01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail

Uganda, a young and rapidly developing country, faces significant challenges in affordable construction due to high costs. Additionally, environmental degradation and deforestation are rampant due to traditional building practices. Our project, Wadda Eco, addresses these issues by revolutionizing the construction industry with innovative, eco-friendly building materials. We utilize agricultural waste, converting it into biochar through controlled burning processes. Biochar, a powerful carbon sequencer, is then mixed with cement to neutralize carbon emissions. This results in the creation of eco-friendly bricks that are both sustainable and cost-effective. These bricks eliminate the need for deforestation and land degradation, offering superior water retention, insulation properties, and lighter weight compared to conventional bricks. Furthermore, our approach benefits farmers with an additional income stream. By sourcing crop waste from farmers, we prevent this waste from polluting

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

we are tackling the global challenge of climate change through innovative construction practices. Buildings are being constructed at an unprecedented rate, contributing significantly to carbon emissions and environmental degradation. With trees take years to regrow while buildings go up in weeks. Our solution leverages agricultural waste, converting it into biochar, a powerful carbon sequencer, mixed with cement to create eco-friendly bricks that neutralize carbon emissions, making construction a game changer in the fight against climate change. we reduce construction costs, high costs have been a barrier to development, and by providing a cheaper alternative, we enable more people to construct homes and buildings without compromising quality or sustainability. We boost the income of rural farmers by sourcing agricultural waste, which is often a disposal problem. By addressing climate change, reducing construction costs and farmers' incomes, we create a holistic solution for society

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service que vous souhaitez fournir par votre projet (au moins 3).

Wadda Eco addresses climate change by revolutionizing construction with eco-friendly materials. Our innovative bricks, made from agricultural waste and biochar, offer three key benefits: Carbon Sequestration: Our bricks neutralize greenhouse gases, mitigating climate change by significantly reducing carbon emissions. Weather Resilience: With superior water retention and insulating properties, our bricks are adaptable to all weather conditions, enhancing building durability and efficiency. Affordability: By lowering construction costs, we make building affordable for everyone in Uganda, fostering inclusive development. Wadda Eco creates a sustainable, cost-effective, and climate-friendly construction solution.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adressera le produit/service de votre projet. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

Our target audience includes environmentally conscious individuals, the construction industry, the oil and gas sector, and low-income earners in Uganda and globally. Wadda Eco provides a sustainable, cost-effective, and climate-friendly construction solution, appealing to those dedicated to environmental preservation and economic accessibility.

01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?

01/02/2024

01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?

3

01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

1

01.08 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre projet (compétences, expérience, etc.).

1. Nabukenya Sandra Co-founder Procurement and Logistics Front desk manager at Africa Renewal ministries. Good with organizational structure and Finance management. 2. Ignatius Bulega Co-founder Environmental Journalist and researcher. Head of production at Dee media 4. Steven Karanja A producer with Outsource television Marketing/ Grant seeker

01.09 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

01.10 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre projet ?

k) Propriété (biens immobiliers)

02.01.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

We are to employ over 5 young people for the start but we hope to employ more and offer them skills, and over 200 farmers with more focus on women cause women are the backbone of families in this era

02.02.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

When we create jobs for farmers and young people they will be in a position to support their families. and also we shall provide them with knowledge of inter cropping as well as vertical farming and also provide fertilizers for them from our Biochar. so with all these initiatives we won't leave anyone behind

02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

We plan to Agree with all our stakeholders in this to have a fee we deduct from farmers and workers and we open up an insurance cover for all of them. But also we shall try rebuild them houses out of our product which will help them have a healthy environment causes of its carbon sequencing and among others

02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'

6

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The income streams will help people in the area to take their children to schools and also we shall give scholarships to the less previllaged

02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Our major focus is on Women and girls, So those to work with us will be given priority and those supplying women and girls will be encouraged more.

02.06.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

We shall dig a borehole for the community to provide safe and clean water for the families and we are also looking at partnering with different organizations to make safe water available for the communities

02.07.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

4

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

We shall buy raw materials from farmers for them to earn a living so that they support their families with basic needs and also we intend to employ young people in the community to lift their standards of living.

02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Our innovation is resilient and strong and it's fostering innovation in the construction sector which will be used by anyone without discrimination of colour or gender

02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

5

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Yes we shall employ or support everyone from supplying raw materials to community outreaches and projects which will be for everyone in the community

02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

4

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

This projects goal is to mitigate climate change through revolutionizing construction

02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

4

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

We are advocates for the environment and our innovation helps as an alternative to remove pressure for the forests hence combating desertification

02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

4

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

4

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.04 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.05 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.06 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.07 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.08 Justification de mon projet

Our core innovation lies in the integrative use of agricultural waste to produce eco-friendly building materials. Instead of relying on traditional materials that contribute to environmental degradation, we repurpose agricultural by-products, transforming them into biochar. This biochar is then mixed with cement to create durable, sustainable bricks. This process not only reduces waste but also repurposes it into valuable construction materials, addressing both waste management and construction needs simultaneously. One of the most innovative aspects of our product is its ability to sequester carbon. Biochar, produced from agricultural waste, acts as a powerful carbon sink. When integrated into our bricks, it helps neutralize greenhouse gas emissions, significantly mitigating climate change. This dual benefit of waste repurposing and carbon sequestration makes our bricks a unique solution in the construction industry. Affordability is a cornerstone of our innovation.

05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?

My competitors are the interlocking blocks which are made out of soil and cement. So I stand out in different ways I don't need to degrade land to make my brick but only waste from gardens like leaves maize combs and grass among others. So that makes me a solution to the environment compared to my competitor.

10.06 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

yes